Principal Computer Hardware Engineer

About GDLS: General Dynamics Land Systems builds the combat vehicles and integrated technologies that give soldiers a decisive advantage. We design, engineer and sustain advanced tracked and wheeled systems paired with modern electronic architecture, AI-enabled capabilities and autonomy-ready technology.From Abrams to LAV, Stryker to AJAX, robotic platforms to software solutions and beyond, our portfolio delivers proven performance and future-ready modernization for customers around the world.Join the people who design, build and advance the systems that protect those who protect us. Our teams see beyond the horizon, solving problems before they become challenges. Bring your talent. Bring your purpose. Let's shape the future of General Dynamics Land Systems together. Responsibilities to Anticipate/Expect: This position is for the US Principal Electronics and Computer Hardware Engineer within Design and Development Engineering. Duties of the role include: Provide senior technical Principal Engineer leadership within the Electronic Hardware Department of approximately 100 engineers conducting design, development and test activities for several GDLS Make Items and working with several Suppliers Support the overall development of a common Electronic Architecture within GDLS by focusing on detailed electronic hardware design approaches across the full suite of vehicle electronic hardware, including general purpose and AI processors, memory, solid state storage, flat panel displays, graphics/video transport, and others Help technically manage the specific implementation of common electronic hardware design solutions for all GDLS platforms including design projects under IR&D as well as hardware developed under program funding in key core competency areas Evaluate and trade the detailed design impacts, feasibility, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness of hardware design approaches Lead modernization and commonality of the electronic hardware design process, design tools, and common electronic parts leveraging knowledge of both military and commercial best practices to help accelerate future design and development Support design engineer competency development by helping to mentor a geographically dispersed team, and developing knowledge management assets to ensure seamless knowledge transfer to new engineers technical support to 3rd party teaming arrangements to support new advanced product development activities coordination with program-specific lead system architects to leverage electronic hardware portfolio into global vehicle platforms formal presentations to functional and program leadership. Position Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering. Equivalent degrees considered. Advanced degree is a plus. 20+ years of relevant electronics and computer design experience. Be a self-starter and highly motivated. Experience with working on cross functional projects and working in a lab environment is required. Be experienced in working with teams and effective in communicating across many disciplines and functional organizations. Be able to understand customer needs, formulate subsystem and component requirements, and meet expectations. Experience with military vehicles, other heavy vehicle platforms or industrial applications of electronics is desired. Experience with leading a team of engineers in developing/concepting. analyzing, and building electronic subsystems and components Experience working with suppliers and our supplier quality organization, developing and auditing test requirements is desired Must have the ability to climb into military vehicles. Strong technical writing and presentation skills are desired. Ability to travel and work overtime when required. What We Offer: We offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending Competitive base pay and incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits 401k match up to (6%) Educational assistance 9-80 work schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off) On-going learning opportunities rewarding work environment Modern office, onsite cafeteria including Coffee Cafe, remodeled fitness center, and outdoor fitness track Additional Information This position may require occasional travel to various US locations Availability to work outside regular business hours as needed,to address critical issues. This position may require the candidate to obtainasecurity clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance). GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparableandbusiness considerations when extending an offer. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. #J-18808-Ljbffr General Dynamics Land Systems